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CVE-2004-1721

5.0 · MEDIUM

The (1) function.php or (2) function.view.php scripts in Merak Mail Server 5.2.7 allow remote attackers to read arbitrary PHP files via a direct HTTP request to port 32000.

Published Aug 17, 2004merakEPSS 2.35%

Overview

CVE-2004-1721 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting merak mail_server. It was published on August 17, 2004 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The (1) function.php or (2) function.view.php scripts in Merak Mail Server 5.2.7 allow remote attackers to read arbitrary PHP files via a direct HTTP request to port 32000.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from merak. Update mail_server to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-1721?

CVE-2004-1721 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting merak mail_server. It was published on August 17, 2004 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2004-1721?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2004-1721?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from merak. Update mail_server to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2004-1721?

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